Visit Frederick - Maryland

11/17/2024

Frederick County, MD is a can't-miss arts and culture destination! 🎨🎭

Check out these art events and plan your visit to experience music, theatre, and plenty of opportunities to revel in our incredible arts scene.

Find arts events, exhibits, shows, and much more in Frederick, MD!

11/16/2024

Frederick, Maryland stands at the crossroads of American history. From the American Revolution to the 21st century, Frederick County and its residents have played major roles in shaping our country's history.

Our world-class museums and historic sites tell these stories, providing unique local perspectives on important historical events like the Civil War.

Find out how you can experience these places yourself 👇
https://www.visitfrederick.org/things-to-do/history-museums/

11/15/2024

Frederick County, Maryland, transforms into a winter wonderland during the holiday season, with twinkling lights, festive events, and small-town charm around every corner. 🎄🕯

This guide has ideas and inspiration to make the most of a holiday visit to Frederick County, where historic traditions blend seamlessly with new holiday adventures.

Discover Frederick County, MD’s top holiday events! From caroling and concerts to festive tours and charming shopping, find the best things to do for a magical holiday season. Embrace the spirit of Frederick with unique traditions, seasonal lights, and performances in Maryland’s winter wonderlan...

11/14/2024

We are already excited for the holiday season - never too early to plan a visit to Frederick County during the holiday season! 🕯🎄

Celebrate the holidays in Frederick, Maryland with your friends and family. Find events, shopping, and performances to make your holiday festive.

11/13/2024

Cheers to Maryland Spirits Month! 🥃

In November, we celebrate the distilleries located across Frederick County.
Distilling has a long history in the region - Maryland was known around the world in the 19th century and early 20th century for its rye whiskey, much of it crafted in Frederick County.

Before Prohibition struck the distilling industry like a stake to the heart, Maryland produced more rye whiskey than any other state in the country.

Distilling returned to Frederick County in 2016 when multiple distilleries opened their doors in quick succession. Today, the distilling scene in Frederick County is thriving, breathing new life into an important element of the region's agricultural and industrial heritage. And there are even more distilleries preparing to open soon.

Learn more about the region's distilling history and experience the distilleries making spirits in Frederick County today 👇
https://www.visitfrederick.org/blog/stories/post/distilling-it-down/

📸 - Tenth Ward Distilling Company; McClintock Distilling; the site of Old Horsey Distillery near Burkittsville (courtesy of South Mountain Heritage Society)

11/12/2024

Candlelight House Tour 🕯 | Tickets available at the Frederick Visitor Center

Experience historic homes, beautiful architecture, and the decorations of the holiday season during Celebrate Frederick's Candlelight House Tour of Downtown Frederick on December 7-8.

Get your tickets today for this special holiday event!

More event info 👇
https://www.visitfrederick.org/event/candlelight-house-tour/8815/

11/11/2024

Veterans Day - Honoring those who have served 🎖

On November 11th, we commemorate Veterans Day to honor those who have served in the nation's armed services.

The day has origins in the years after the First World War, when American veterans of the "Great War" were honored on November 11th, the anniversary that the conflict ended.

The national holiday became Veterans Day in 1947 under the leadership of President Dwight Eisenhower to honor all American veterans.

In Downtown Frederick, veterans from American conflicts are honored at Memorial Park. The park is built around the monument to "Victory," a World War I memorial (📸) constructed by renowned Italian sculptor Giuseppe Moretti. The monument, dedicated on November 11, 1924, was dedicated to Frederick County's World War I veterans, including a list of those who served.

As a memorial plague affixed to the monument concludes: "At the going down of the sun, and in the morning, we shall remember them."

11/10/2024

Downtown Frederick is home to one of the nation's most unique winter light displays - Sailing Through the Winter Solstice on Carroll Creek Park ⛵

The 2024-25 winter fleet sets sail on the morning of Saturday, November 23rd.

Head out to Carroll Creek Park and watch the flotilla assemble while jamming to live music and enjoying food from a local food truck.

It's quite the operation - watch as the fleet arrives and is moored for the winter on the chilly waters of Carroll Creek.

More about the event and Sailing Through the Winter Solstice:
https://www.visitfrederick.org/sailing-into-the-winter-solstice/

11/09/2024

Experience a special history event in Downtown Frederick on Saturday, December 28th!

As Frederick commemorates the 200th anniversary of the Marquis de Lafayette's visit to the "City of Clustered Spires," experience the Lafayette History Hunt. A World-class Lafayette Interpreter from Colonial Williamsburg will be at the event to deliver inspiring remarks, answer questions, and offer clues during this scavenger hunt.

Plan your visit 👇
https://www.visitfrederick.org/lafayette/lafayette-history-hunt/

11/09/2024

Überall in Maryland könnt ihr die wunderschöne Herbstlaubfärbung bewundern. 🍂 😍 Bei einem Spaziergang entlang des Carroll Creek Parks in der charmanten Kleinstadt Frederick kommt ihr an unzähligen wunderschönen Fotomotiven vorbei. 🤳

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11/08/2024

This weekend in Frederick County 💥

It's going to be another great fall weekend with some cooler temps around Frederick County and maybe a slight chance of some desperately needed rain.

While you're out and about around the region, experience a taste of Frederick County's distilleries and cocktail bars to celebrate Maryland Spirits Month. (📸)

It'll be a great time for an outdoor adventure in the national and state parks dotting the region. While the leaves are quickly falling from the trees, the weather on Saturday is perfection for a bike ride along the Potomac River on the C&O Canal or a hike in Cunningham Falls State Park.

And of course, there's great events around the County. Start planning your weekend adventures! 👇
https://www.visitfrederick.org/events/weekend-roundup/

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11/07/2024

It’s never too early to get started on your holiday shopping! 🎁

We are fully stocked with lots of great apparel, footwear, accessories and other great gift items (socks!!)

Shop early and support your local businesses this holiday season!

Open 10am-6pm! 👍🏼

11/07/2024

More time to shop at one of Frederick's most beloved businesses since 1937! 🍎

'Tis the season for holiday shopping! Our Saturday hours have been extended to accommodate your shopping needs! Whether you're treating yourself or others, we have you covered with tasty treats and personable gifts for all. 🍎❤️